Social Worker & Experienced Social Worker - Family Help
We are pleased to offer exciting opportunities for qualified Social Workers to join our Children and Families Directorate, working within one of our Family Help teams at Portsmouth City Council.
About Family Help
Family Help is our way of working that brings together targeted early help and Child in Need support into a single, seamless offer. It replaces the traditional divide between early help and statutory services, making it easier for families to access support without stigma or duplication.
The Role
As a Social Worker, you will help children and families achieve their full potential by:
* Delivering timely, high-quality assessments that lead to clear, targeted plans.
* Providing a responsive, child-centred service that reflects the wishes and feelings of children.
* Promoting service user participation and respecting diversity.
* Ensuring timely and permanent care arrangements that support children's long-term outcomes.
If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and committed to high standards of practice, this role could be the perfect fit.
About You
We are looking for skilled and motivated professionals who are eager to grow and champion best practice in social work.
You will have:
* A Diploma or Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
* Completion of your ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment).
* A solid understanding of relevant legislation, including the Children Acts 1989 and 2004.
* Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, families and professionals.
* Resilience, integrity, and a commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for children.
* A restorative and anti-oppressive approach to practice.
* A collaborative mindset and a commitment to inclusive, people-focused work.
* Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and case management systems.
* Empathy, diplomacy and respect for service users.
Additional Requirements for Experienced Social Workers
* Expertise in managing complex cases and higher levels of risk.
* Significant post‑qualifying experience in relevant settings.
* A commitment to ongoing professional development, including mentoring students and undertaking relevant training.
Hybrid Working Arrangements
Attendance requirements to the designated workplace will be a minimum of 2 days required in the office to suit the requirements of this role.
Benefits
* Be part of a service that puts families at the centre of everything we do.
* Work within a supportive, learning-focused culture.
* Access excellent professional development and leadership support.
* Competitive salary and market supplement.
* Make a real and lasting difference to children and families in the city.
Employment Conditions
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Standard/Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Right to work in the UK must be demonstrated.
We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard.
Safeguarding
Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to offering an interview to all candidates who qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria.
#J-18808-Ljbffr